Service Details
Funeral services celebrating Craig’s life will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at 3:30 pm in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. Military honors will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Saturday from 1:30 – 3:30 pm. Private interment will take place at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
Racine – Craig A. Norby, age 62, passed away peacefully at Wisconsin Veterans Home in King, WI on Monday, November 4, 2019.
Craig was born in Racine on September 18, 1957 to the late David & Gloria (nee: Svendsen) Norby. Craig went to William Horlick High School before enlisting in the US Army at age 17. During his career, Craig was professional mover with Norby & Sons Moving, former operator of Avenue Antiques in Uptown Racine, and a master of refinishing & restoration. Among his interests, Craig enjoyed fishing, especially during Salmon-A-Rama (regardless of the size of the waves and unfavorable weather, he camped out on the pier of Lake Michigan for the entire tournament); was a flea market fanatic who frequently sold & shopped for items at Seven Mile Fair; and, above all, was proud of his entire family – especially his grandchildren.
Surviving are his sons, Michael (Michelle) Norby and Justin (Tiffany) Malin; grandchildren, Maverick & Micah Norby; Madalynn, Mason & McKenna Malin; sisters & brothers, Cheryl Mycon, Arley (Joan) Norby, Linda Norby, Pamela Norby, Todd Norby, Mark (Joy) Norby and DJ Norby; sister-in-law, Denise Norby; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends – many of whom affectionately referred to Craig as “Creepy Dog” & “Craiger”. In addition to his parents, Craig was preceded in death by his brother, Brian Norby; brother-in-law, Victor Mycon; and sister-in-law, Mary Norby.
Funeral services celebrating Craig’s life will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at 3:30 pm in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. Military honors will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Saturday from 1:30 – 3:30 pm. Private interment will take place at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
Carole Kenny says
Craig was an incredible man. He had a heart of gold and a great sense of humor. He worked as hard as he played, he loved life. Prayers going up to the family…
Sheila Grandy says
My deepest condolences to you and your family, may God comfort you and your family during this time,🙏🙏🙏
Dorothy Norby says
My deepest condolences to your entire family….Hugs and prayers for all.
Gregory Ganoe says
May you ride on angel’s wings my old friend
Lynn Hart says
Deepest sympathy to the Norby family, prayers for the family at this time.
Francene Schanstine says
May God take you in his arms and guide you to the heavens.You’ll always be remembered in a warm loving way and the kind things you did for other’s. May God give your family warmth and comfort at this difficult time and always. You’ll be in our hearts forever and ever. God bless you always. 💗
Pete Payne says
Prayers are with the Norby Family. Thank you for your service.
Gail Yuhas says
Last time I saw you you proudly showed me around your shop you gave me a few things that we’re really cool I will miss you Craiger love you.
Thomas Gottfredsen says
To a brother from a another mother ! RIP BRO!!🙏🏻🙏🏻🇺🇸 Too many stories to tell !! A lot of years as friends , 5-6years old?? We met??
Thomas Gottfredsen says
Brother from another mother, RIP🙏🏻🙏🏻🇺🇸,too ! many stories to tell!!, met Craig when I was 5-6 years old, through Todd, we all had great times in the 60’s & 70’s, Albert & state park, water tower ,tree swing ,where do you stop!!
Tammy Hein says
Sorry for the loss what a great man he will b sadly missed by many
Christine Golden & Family says
The Family Of Ms. Christine Golden would like to send their Deepest Sympathy. And to let You’ll know that we are Praying 🙏🏿 for the entire Norby Family. RIH 😇
Rachel Kinch says
With our deepest sympathy to your family. Rachel Kinch.
David Hoecherl says
I will miss you Craig. You were a great friend as a kid, and it sounds like you were equally great as an adult. Save a spot up there for us.